By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Under sunny skies, five dozen artists filled the top of the hill at Homecoming with colorful creations during the annual Paint Out in the Park competition. Artist and event staff member Sasha Corder said this is the 12th Paint Out in the Park and the biggest year yet, with 60 artists participating. “Everyone forgets it is a competition,” she said. “Everyone just spends all three days making friends, meeting new people, networking, exchanging styles and techniques and … [Read more...] about Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
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The Wall That Heals bears witness during Downriver visit
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., bore silent witness to lost lives Aug. 13 to 16 at Heritage Park. The traveling memorial is 375 feet long and 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Names on the wall are arranged by date of casualty and alphabetically within a day. Volunteers with directory guidebooks helped visitors find a specific person’s name based on their panel location. A … [Read more...] about The Wall That Heals bears witness during Downriver visit
Riverview K-9 Blue honored upon his retirement
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW – K-9 Blue was honored for his seven years of service during the Aug. 17 City Council meeting. Blue, who worked with Detective Sgt. Bruce Herrick, served the Police Department from 2019 to 2026, enhancing public safety and serving as an ambassador at many public events with his friendly demeanor. Herrick said Blue is trained in criminal apprehension, handler protection, obedience, tracking, and narcotics detection. Blue was one of the first K-9 officers … [Read more...] about Riverview K-9 Blue honored upon his retirement
Strong Dearborn police presence keeps anti-Muslim protest in check
Agitator Jake Lane releases rhetoric at city council meeting By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – A strong, well-coordinated law enforcement presence kept right-wing, anti-Muslim protestors in check outside Henry Ford Centennial Library, where the City Council held its Aug. 18 meeting. A “Christian Crusader March,” led by agitator Jake Lang, gathered in front of the library, to which the council meeting was moved at Police Chief Issa Shahin recommendation to enhance safety … [Read more...] about Strong Dearborn police presence keeps anti-Muslim protest in check
Taylor Special Olympian honored for earning three medals at nationals
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – Runner Robert Bergum Jr. was honored Aug. 5 by Mayor Tim Woolley for representing the city and winning three medals this summer at the 2026 National Special Olympics. Bergum, 38, won a gold medal in the 200-meter dash, a silver medal in the 50-meter dash and finished fourth in the 400-meter dash. Woolley said it was with great pride that they were recognizing Bergum for his dedication, perseverance and accomplishments. “For nearly 25 years, Robert has been an active … [Read more...] about Taylor Special Olympian honored for earning three medals at nationals
Third PEACE Park opens in Dearborn’s South End
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – PEACE Park South, the third entry in the Park Equity and Access for Civic Engagement trifecta, is now open in the South End, with recreational activities for all ages. The park, located at 1911 Salina Street, features two pickleball courts, a basketball court, a youth soccer field, a community garden and labyrinth, and areas to relax and reflect. The recreational basketball court, for community play and league use, encourages an active lifestyle, … [Read more...] about Third PEACE Park opens in Dearborn’s South End
AANM rooftop garden grows cultural roots
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The Arab American National Museum held an open house on its rooftop Al-Hadiqa Mymonie Elhage Jabara Heritage Garden to share the unique culture roots it is planting in the community. Gardening is an ancestral practice throughout the Arab world and remains a tether to family and cultural, nurturing plants that have survived generations and continents that also witness to migration and resilience. Many of the plants growing in the rooftop garden are … [Read more...] about AANM rooftop garden grows cultural roots
44th Junior League World Series returns to Taylor
All games at World Series Field in Heritage Park TAYLOR – The 44th Annual Junior League World Series will be held Aug. 9 to 16 in Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road. The international tournament for 13- and 14-year-old youth teams has been held in Taylor since its inception in 1981. Opening ceremony, featuring a parade of all 12 teams and a fireworks display, will be held at 8 p.m. Aug. 8, at World Series Field inside the park. Opening ceremonies are free to the public. The 12-team field is broken into six-team brackets. … [Read more...] about 44th Junior League World Series returns to Taylor
65th annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair opens to sunshine
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – The 65th annual Wyandotte Street Art fair opened July 8 to sunshine as the heat wave receded, welcoming guests to stroll down Biddle Avenue to peruse rows of booths. More than 300 booths filled the fair, showcasing arts, culture, entertainment and delicious food options. The fair featured clothing, fiber, digital designs, metal work, sculpture, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, cartoons, photography, pottery, prints, drawings, leather work, wood designs, … [Read more...] about 65th annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair opens to sunshine
Annual Salute to America concert contends with heat, rain
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Die hard fans of the annual Detroit Symphony Orchestra Salute to America concert at Greenfield Village either endured heat or rain to pursue their Independence Day weekend tradition. The event opened July 2 with a significant heat index, and was canceled July 3 due to severe weather. Storm systems also impacted the July 5 event. For those who were able to attend the event undeterred by storms, the pre-show activities provided musical performances throughout the village, … [Read more...] about Annual Salute to America concert contends with heat, rain